Module
Module
I. Introduction
A useful aspect of the Laplace transform is that it changes differentiation with respect to
t into multiplication by s. When applied to a differential equation, it changes derivatives into
algebraic expressions in terms of s and the transform of the dependent variable itself.
II. Objectives
At the end of the week, you should be able to:
1. Take the Laplace transform of all terms in the equation with respect to the independent
Variable, using the Table of Transforms.
2. Apply the initial conditions given.
3. Simplify the resulting equation.
4. Solve for L{ y } equation. Note: y = f(t); and L{ y } = F(s)
5. Take the Inverse Transform.
6. Write down the final answer in terms of the original variables given. Note: The Inverse
transform is the solution to the given differential equation.
The procedure works whether or not the differential equation is homogeneous or non-
homogeneous.
Solution:
( s2 – 6s + 5 ) L{ y } = s – 9 simplifying
L{ y } = s- 9 solving for L{ y }
2
s -6s +5
if s = 1 A=2
s=5 B = -1
Answer: y = 2 ex - e5x
Example 16.2__________________________________________________________________________
Solution:
[s2L{ y } – sy(0) – y’(0)] -3[sL{ y } – y(0)] +5L{ y } = 1/s-3 apply Laplace of derivatives
and formula no.5
Answer: